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Kia EV3 vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Volvo EC40?

Kia EV3 vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • a bit lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

Volvo EC40

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia EV3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,772 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 16.2 kWh/100km for the Volvo EC40. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers barely more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 21 km more than the Volvo EC40.

EC40

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EC40 offers considerably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo EC40 is only slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 387 Nm more.

EV3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV3 is a bit lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers slightly more boot space – 460 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,251 L, about 55 L more than the Volvo EC40.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £46,600
EC40

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 488 - 584 km
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Kia EV3

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José
24 Dec 2025, 17:42:54

A good car for a small family. Easy and practical.

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The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
46,600 - 59,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
4,440 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,591 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
1,196 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV3 have?

The Kia EV3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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